Which Statement Made by a Patient During an Initial Assessment

question 12

Multiple Choice

Which statement made by a patient during an initial assessment interview should serve as the priority focus for the plan of care?

• A) "I can always trust my family."
• B) "It seems like I always have bad luck."
• C) "You never know who will turn against you."
• D) "I hear evil voices that tell me to do bad things."

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Definitions:

Alfred Adler

A medical doctor and psychotherapist from Austria recognized for creating the Individual Psychology school, which highlights the significance of inferiority feelings.

Superego

In psychoanalytic theory, the part of the personality that represents internalized ideals and provides standards for judgment (the conscience) and for future aspirations.

Symbolism

The use of symbols to represent ideas or qualities in literature, art, and other forms of cultural expression.

Daily Life

The routine of everyday activities, interactions, and experiences of an individual or community.